(This volume is Volume 1 of 3 volumes meant to be read in order.)Lovely, inexperienced Miss Carly Blakemore, only nineteen years of age, is received at her first post as governess for two precocious children, ready to love them as her own. But her biggest challenge will be their father; masterful and strong in everything-especially his kiss. Poor and without dowry-and even worse-now orphaned, Miss Carly Blakemore is thrown into the Victorian world without aid. Carly is forced to seek a position as governess in the house of Lord Huntington, the Earl of Dunfordshire-a man alone in his own right-and under suspicion for the tragic murder of his well-known and adulteress wife. His governess's honesty and forthrightness quickly offend his noble person, and he finds himself reeling from her constant evaluation of his lack of parenting skills. However, in the midst of his resentments, he finds himself strangely drawn in by her very no-nonsense ways that drive him to madness. Carly stands her ground in head-to-head battles of will that take her to the brink of dismissal. Carly and the earl continually fight the feelings growing between them. Both are oblivious to the clouds of deceit and intrigue that are growing around the manor house, some bent upon removing the beautiful, headstrong governess permanently. A final desperate chase leads to an interception of a ship upon the high seas headed for the Mediterranean and a secret society of white-slave traders. *****Ellise only writes sweet, clean and wholesome romances that are inspirational showing how true love can conquer the most difficult trials. This series is perfect for readers who enjoy historical romances such as medieval, Victorian, and regency romances. ***For a limited time, you can get the latest Huntington Saga Series Novel short story, Lady Elisabeth, on Ellise's website today! *** Order of reading The Huntington Saga Series Novels: The Governess Trilogy: Book One Pirate Bride: Book Two Elspeth Was Her Name: Book Three(Stay tuned for two more novels to be released in this series.) (If you have purchased the Volumes 1, 2, or 3, plus the novella, this is the order in which to read them: The Governess Volume One The Governess Volume Two The Governess Volume Three The Governess Novella #1) If you are interested in reading the prequels to these novels, they are as follows: Lady Gabrielle: A Victorian Bride Short StoryLady Elisabeth: A Victorian Bride Short Story(Stay tuned for two more novels to be released and added to these short stories.)